Department Name: 7N630:Health and Clinical Sciences
Job Summary: The Medical Laboratory Science ( MLS ) Program, Department of Health & Clinical Sciences, College of Health Sciences ( CHS ) at the University of Kentucky is currently accepting applications for a full-time 11-month special title (tenure eligible) faculty member to begin employment on July 1, 2024. We invite you to become part of a supportive community of dynamic and dedicated faculty focused on being national leaders in instruction, research, and service to positively impact others. The Bachelors of Health Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences is one of the three undergraduate degrees in the department. The MLS Program is nationally accredited by NAACLS . The mission of the Medical Laboratory Science ( MLS ) Program is to help the people of the Commonwealth of Kentucky and beyond to gain and retain the highest level of health care by educating individuals to become high quality medical laboratory science practitioners and healthcare professionals. The program vision is to be a nationally recognized program for our high standard of training and high quality graduates.
Program goals designed to address the program's vision and mission are as follows:
· To graduate versatile medical laboratory scientists prepared to meet the workforce needs in the Commonwealth of Kentucky and the nation.
· To graduate healthcare practitioners that demonstrate professionalism reflective of the highest ethical standard of the medical laboratory science profession.
· To provide an educational foundation that can be advanced such as in the areas of administration, academia, advanced healthcare roles, industry and research.
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Primary duties of this faculty position will include teaching undergraduate courses in the MLS Program, specifically microbiology and related fields. The faculty member will also direct the online MLT to MLS Program and other roles as assigned by the Program Director and Department Chair. Additional duties include participating in service across the department, college and university levels and scholarship and research activities as appropriate for special title series. The anticipated effort for this position is Instruction 65-75%, Research/Scholarship 10-20%, Service 8-10%, Professional Development 2-5% and will be negotiated with the Department Chair annually.
Required Qualifications:
Medical Laboratory Sciences degree with ASCP MLS certification Doctoral degree in a health sciences related field. ABD will be considered. Minimum of three years laboratory experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Expertise in Microbiology (instruction and laboratory) Previous experience running an online academic program Demonstrated record of scholarship and/or research presentations and/or publications
We welcome candidates with interests in workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion. Applicants must value the University of Kentucky's mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. The University and the College are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all students, faculty, and staff operate in an environment of openness and acceptance. By providing training, support, resources and mentoring, we strive to foster a community in which individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. In your letter of interest, please describe the ways in which your past or current teaching, mentorship, and/or community service have supported the values of inclusive excellence and how that will support the Department and College commitment.
Candidates should apply online with a curriculum vitae and letter of interest as indicated on the employment application website. Applicants are also asked to submit an overview of their teaching experience which should include their teaching philosophy and sample teaching evaluations (if available). Questions should be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Steve Schwarze by email at . Review of applications will begin immediately. Upon offer of employment, successful applicants must undergo a national background check and pre-employment drug screen as required by University of Kentucky Human Resources. Visit the University's website and see for yourself what makes UK the perfect place to work, which includes a comprehensive benefits package ().
As an Equal Opportunity Action Employer, we strive to foster a community in which individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. Further questions regarding equal employment opportunity ( EEO ) should be directed to Christa Jennings, HR & Faculty Administrator at .
Internal Candidate being Considered Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education: Doctoral degree in a health sciences related field. ABD will be considered.
Required Related Experience: Minimum of three years laboratory experience
Required License/Registration/Certification : Medical Laboratory Sciences degree with ASCP MLS certification
Preferred Education/Experience: Expertise in Microbiology (instruction and laboratory) Previous experience running an online academic program Demonstrated record of scholarship and/or research presentations and/or publications University Community of Inclusion: The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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